The best Airbnbs in Florence for an idyllic Tuscan getaway

Neighbourhood: Historic centre of Florence. 

This place is designed to look just like Florence in the early Renaissance, and the results are incredible. The beds and furnishings look fit for royalty, and guest reviews describe feeling like they are living inside a painting. The host will even talk you through the history of the apartment when you arrive. It doesn’t get much better than this. 

Best for: An extravagant couple’s retreat.

Sleeps: Three.

Key perk: You can enjoy a glass of wine from your balcony with a spectacular view of the Duomo.

Nearby: You couldn't get much closer to Brunelleschi's Dome, plus there are plenty more sights to see in the historic centre. Shops, restaurants and the Firenze Santa Maria Novella are all on your doorstep too. 

Price: From £290 per night, with a two-night minimum stay. 

Neighbourhood: Scandicci

Just outside of Florence in Tuscany (about a 15-minute drive), you’ll find miles of serene green space. And this newly-renovated early 20th-century apartment has an area all to itself, offering spectacular views of Florence from the panoramic terrace. Oh, and it’s got its own huge outdoor pool surrounded by olive trees. No, really. 

Best for: Travelling with a car, and immersing yourself in rural Tuscany. 

Sleeps: Four. 

Nearby: The little village of Chiesanuova, which boasts highly recommended schiacciata (homemade flatbread local to Tuscany).

Price: From £189 per night, with a three-night minimum stay. 

Time Out tip: You're encouraged to make use of the property's vegetable garden for an authentic Tuscan dining experience!

Neighbourhood: Scandicci

Just 15 minutes from the centre of Florence lies this stunning antique home surrounded by rolling hills. Panoramic views from your private terrace add to the scenic countryside surroundings, while inside, this Airbnb is jaw-dropping from start to finish. The attention to detail on the decor is majestic, to say the least, and guests love the host's home cooking. Ready to dig in? Mangiamo!

Best for: the local experience.

Sleeps: Four. 

Nearby: Wine tasting tours, connections to central Florence as well as Milan and Rome, and villages with local shops. 

Price: From £215 per night, with a two-night minimum stay. 

Time Out tip: You'll have exclusive access to the panoramic terrace, complete with hammock, to soak up views of the Chianti countryside. 

Neighbourhood: San Niccolò

Just by the river Arno, you’ll find a quiet street with narrow streets and tall historic buildings. But inside this flat is where the magic really happens. Bare brick walls, exposed beams, huge glass doors leading from one room to the other. Cosy but special. 

Best for: Couples seeking modern comforts in a historic location.  

Sleeps: Two. 

Nearby: The Piazzale Michelangelo is just a stone's throw away, and offers famous views of Florence's beautiful architecture. You're also close to plenty of bars and restaurants.

Price: From £216 per night, with a two-night minimum stay. 

Time Out tip: If you're looking for Instagram-able spots you're in luck. You're right on the heels of Belvedere Fort and Giardino Delle Rose. 

Neighbourhood: Santa Maria Novella

If you're after a stylish city break with boutique hotel vibes, this elegant apartment near Santa Maria Novella is an ideal base. Beautifully designed interiors create a calm retreat, while the central location puts Florence's biggest sights within easy walking distance. Being close to the station also makes day trips to Pisa or Siena a breeze, and the nearby Mercato Centrale is perfect for affordable fresh pasta, local cheeses and Tuscan street food.

Best for: Couples or friends looking for a chic, central base with boutique style and easy access to Tuscany's best day trips.

Sleeps: Four.

Nearby: Santa Maria Novella Station, Mercato Centrale, the Basilica of Santa Maria Novella and the Duomo, all within a comfortable walk.

Price: From £163 per night, with a two-night minimum stay.

Time Out tip: Make the most of the apartment's location by catching an early train to Pisa or Siena before the crowds, then return to Florence in time for an evening aperitivo around Piazza Santa Maria Novella. It's one of the city's prettiest spots to wind down after a day of sightseeing.

Neighbourhood: Historic centre of Florence. 

This flat’s location (right on Piazza della Signoria) is what sells it, but it just so happens to have absolutely smashing interiors too. This isn’t your run-of-the-mill Airbnb - it’s adorned with elaborate chandeliers, hanging art and period furniture. But in the other half, you’ve got black-and-white prints, modernist staircases, and random mannequins. Oh, did we mention it used to be a Leather Showroom?

Best for: Groups looking for a fancy city break. 

Sleeps: Eight.

Nearby: Not only do you wake up on Florence’s most culturally significant piazza, but you’re right next to some of Florence’s best galleries, like Palazzo Vecchio and the Uffizi Gallery. 

Price: From £340 per night, with a three-night minimum stay.

Neighbourhood: Fiesole

As well as checking out all of Florence’s best tourist attractions, those who get the chance should get the bus out to the Fiesole Hills, just 15 minutes out of main town Florence. But if you really want to experience this natural landscape, why not rent out this home, complete with a panoramic views of the stunning landscape? The host also seems up for you hosting (civilised) parties and events. 

Best for: Fiesole’s brilliant hiking trails, and the Roman Theatre. 

Sleeps: Two, with the possibility of using a sofa bed for up to two extra guests. 

Nearby: Etruscan walls, Roman baths, and a Roman amphitheater.

Price: From £126 per night, with a two-night minimum stay.

Time Out tip: The property boasts a private terrace with a wood-burning oven and barbecue, perfect for al fresco dining in a beautiful setting. 

Neighbourhood: Historic centre of Florence.

You can spot this yellow house from a mile away, but the interiors are just as bright and colourful (and yellow). The kitchen boasts light wood and worn yellow tiles, while the living area gets filled with light every morning through the french windows that open onto the sloping roof. It’s also seriously central - you can wander through Florence’s main attractions all day and flop into bed as soon as you’re home. Blissful. 

Best for: Culture vultures wanting to wake up near the action.  

Sleeps: Four. 

Nearby: The Duomo, S.Ambrogio Market (great for local food and clothes), the Accademia del David and the Archaeological Museum.

Price: From £109 per night, with a four-night minimum stay.

Time Out tip: You’re just 20 minutes’ walk from the Ponte Vecchio - Florence’s medieval river bridge, lined with some fantastic souvenir and jewellery stalls - so make sure you don’t miss it. 

Neighbourhood: by the Arno river

With its exposed beams and clay ornaments, this stylish loft space looks a bit like something out of an interiors catalogue. But the rooftop terrace keeps the charm of the place, decked out with hanging egg chairs and a whole host of plants and cacti, just begging for you to sit and enjoy an Aperol Spritz (or two). 

Best for: Strolling along the Arno River to some wonderful churches. 

Sleeps: Two.

Nearby: The area is well known for its great restaurant scene, and you're just a short walk from the historic centre just over the other side of the Arno. 

Price: From £132 per night, with a two-night minimum stay.

Best for: Reliving the Renaissance period with the added benefits of twenty-first century luxury.  

Sleeps: Five. 

Nearby: Literally all of it. The Duomo, Ponte Vecchio, the Uffizi gallery, Santa Maria Novella station... to name just a few highlights. 

Price: From £770 per night, with a two-night minimum stay.

Time Out tip: If the frescoes indoors aren't gorgeous enough, simply look out of the window for exclusive views of the Medici Chapels.

Neighbourhood: Historic centre of Florence. 

Neighbourhood: Santo Spirito

Got a romantic getaway on the cards? Well, you're in luck because the 360 degree views from this rooftop are cinematic af. This gorgeous two-bed apartment dates back to the 1300s and is set in the very hip Santo Spirito neighbourhood, so there are plenty of artisanal shops, cafes and restaurants to indulge in. And when you're in the mood for some downtime, it doesn't get any cosier than shacking up in these light-filled interiors.

Best for: Local vibes in Florence's coolest district.

Sleeps: Four. 

Nearby: You're right on the doorstep of everything trendy Oltrarno has to offer, including the iconic Boboli gardens, as well as being just a short trip over the Ponte Vecchio from the city's historic centre. 

Price: From £492 per night, with a three-night minimum stay.

Time Out tip: There's a local market outside the apartment every day - why not make the most of the opportunity to sample local artisanal food and crafts?